Our Board member Beverly Simpson explaining how race attacks don't just impact the few, they have real world consequences for us all.

Campaign group urges Derry to become a 'roar of resistance' for Palestine - North West Migrants Forum DERRY is being encouraged to make as much noise as possible this weekend as part of a rally for Palestine. ‘Rise and March for Gaza’ is being organised by the recently formed action group RISE for…

MAKE SOME NOISE...Campaign group RISE for Palestine is calling on Derry to send out a 'roar of resistance' this weekend on behalf of the population of Gaza. (Note: This article first appeared in the Derry News).

Saturday, August 9, 1pm. Ten Square Hotel, Belfast. Say no to racism. Stand up to far-right.

PSNI's Race Action Plan will be judged on its impact - North West Migrants Forum Responding to publication of the PSNI’s Race and Ethnicity Action Plan, Chief Executive of the North West Migrants Forum, Lilian Seenoi Barr, said: We welcome the PSNI’s Race and Ethnicity Plan but wi...

Our response to the Race and Ethnicity Plan, launched yesterday by Police Service of Northern Ireland Chief Constable John Boutcher.

Migrant boat capsizes off Yemen, killing more than 60 Dozens are missing after a boat carrying more than 150 migrants, many believed to be Ethiopian, sank in bad weather.

Our thoughts are with all those lost in this terrible tragedy. And we also pray for the Yemeni and Ethiopian communities here in Northern Ireland who will be grieving the loss of so many fellow countrymen, women and children.

BODY AND MIND...This Saturday and Sunday at Ebrington, free yoga, plunge pools, meditation and more - all you need to breathe new life into your body and your soul!

KICK THE HABIT...This Monday from 11am to 2pm we have Danielle from the Western Trust here with advice on how to stop smoking. This is a drop-in session and everyone is welcome.

Talk: “Integration, Integration, Integration” by Takura Donald Makoni - Visit Armagh VisitArmagh.com is Armagh’s official visitor site with events, things to do, tourist information tours and attractions. Plan your visit to Ireland's ecclesiastical capital.

Best wishes to our friend Takura Makoni ahead of his talk in the Market Place, Armagh, on Monday July 28. Tickets are £10. If you want to hear someone speak with knowledge and passion about the definitions of integration, get along to this.
visitarmagh.com/2025-07-29t094..

Artist Alborz draws gratitude of Portrush church community - North West Migrants Forum ONE of our members, Alborz Nobakht, has put his incredible artistic talents to good use by helping brighten up a church in Portrush. In his previous life Alborz ran an art school for children and adul...

WELL DONE ALBORZ...We love this story of our member Alborz Nobakht who used his artistic talents to brighten up Ballywillan Presbyterian Church.
Like most people seeking asylum here, Alborz wanted to pay his way. What a lovely way to do so!
#AsylumIsAHumanRight
nwmf.org.uk/artist-albor...

DON'T FORGET...🙂
#familyfunday #facepainting #freebarbecue #circustricks #community #inclusive #comingtogether

BFI Film Academy Story Development Week From Story Concept to Industry Showcase Friday 18 – Friday 25 July 2025 Aspiring writers, directors and producers aged 18–25 are invited to join this…

This is a great opportunity for some of our younger members:
BFI Film Academy at Derry's Nerve Centre is open for applications from 18-25 year olds interested in learning more about screenwriting.
PROGRAMME IS FREE AND ON AT NERVE CENTRE FROM 19-25 JULY.
APPLY NOW: nervecentre.org/whats-on/bfi...

PLEASE NOTE...

Moygashel: Contentious bonfire set alight An effigy of refugees in a boat on top of a bonfire in County Tyrone is described as inhuman by the leader of the Church of Ireland.

If we can find one sliver of light then it was that these were mannequins, unlike in Ballymena recently.
Who can forget the chilling comment as a house was targeted: “If they’re local, they need out. If they’re not local, let them f****** stay there.”

HOUSING DEMO IN DUBLIN...Don't forget, all roads lead to Dublin this Saturday (July 5). Join the All-Island Housing Demo. Contact CATU to secure a seat on the bus from Derry. Register here: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...

TUNING UP...It's almost time! Tomorrow evening Sandino's will Rock Against Racism. Show up, show support, show the far right that they and their poisonous rhetoric are are not welcome in our city!!

Mary Walloper set for Derry gig  - North West Migrants Forum MUSIC fans in Derry are in for a treat this week as Sean McKenna, formerly of the Mary Wallopers, headlines an incredible line-up of national and local talent in the cause of anti-racism.  Rock Agains...

ROCK AGAINST RACISM...Music fans in Derry are in for a treat this week as Sean McKenna, formerly of the Mary Wallopers, headlines an incredible line-up of national and local talent in the cause of anti-racism.

Fancy learning a cúpla focal? We have Conradh na Gaeilge joining us tomorrow from 12-2pm. Everyone is welcome, just come along at the alloted time. It would be lovely to see you!!

HOUSING DEMO...All roads lead to Dublin this Saturday (July 5). Join the All-Island Housing Demo. Contact CATU to secure a seat on the bus from Derry. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

In case you missed it, our newsletter for April to June is out. You can download it here: nwmf.org.uk/wp-content/u...

READY TO ROCK...This is going to be a loud, fantastic night of music and camaraderie. On July 3 show up, show support, say NO to racism💪

FAMILY FUN DAY...If you are looking for something to do this weekend, there is a family fun day at Ebrington tomorrow from 1-5pm. It's free of charge and there's plenty going on🙂 .

Rally this evening in support of Palestine Action - North West Migrants Forum A rally is to be held in Derry this evening in protest at the British Government’s plan to ban the campaign group Palestine Action. A spokesperson for the Derry Branch of the Ireland Palestine Solidar...

RALLY FOR PALESTINE...A rally will be held in Derry this evening in protest at the British Government’s plan to ban the campaign group Palestine Action.
nwmf.org.uk/rally-this-e...

Due to staff matters, we are closed tomorrow.

SUMMER SUN...Registrations for our Summer Club are filling up! We do still have a few places left so if you haven't signed up, get it done today.
Scan this QR code and it will take you to the all-important link...

Tomorrow at 2pm. Let's turn Shipquay Street red for Gaza!

Registration now open for North West Migrants Forum’s Summer Club - North West Migrants Forum WITH the school holidays almost upon us the North West Migrants Forum is delighted to announce the return of its Summer Club. This year’s programme will run from July 8 to August 15 and is open to you...

SUMMER SUN...Spaces on our annual Summer Club are filling up fast! Thank you to everyone who has registered so far. And if you haven't done so, you better get moving!
Here is the all important link...

AND HERE WE ARE...Tomorrow marks the start of Refugee Week, the theme this year being 'Community as a Superpower'. We will be in the Guildhall tomorrow morning if you want to call for a chat. And on Wednesday we have our Open Day. Come in and see what we do at NWMF. It's going to be busy!

We have this lovely food-themed workshop with Sue Morris coming up on Tuesday as part of our Refugee Week programme. Call in, we'd love to hear about your favourite dishes and what part food plays in your world.

Thank you to everyone who responded to part one of our myth busting leaflet. Here is part two, again full of facts, not the half-truths and outright lies that percolate so freely online.
#hearthetruth

We're always getting asked about our English classes. As of today, this is the updated schedule. There is literally a session every day. Thank you to all our tutors, you make this stuff happen, not us.